Crispy Golden Fried Chicken — Pritong Manok
Golden, impossibly crispy Filipino fried chicken fried in garlicky oil until the skin crackles and the meat stays juicy. Ready in under 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 620
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Toss chicken in flour until lightly coated on all sides. Shake off excess.
Step 3
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until a garlic clove sizzles immediately when dropped in.
Step 4
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then carefully place chicken skin-side down.
Step 5
Fry without moving for 8–10 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Flip and fry the other side 6–8 minutes until cooked through and edges curl. Transfer to paper towels.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet or deep frying pan (12+ inches)
- paper towels
- tongs
- meat thermometer (optional)
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